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Every property owner wants to receive the maximum profit from a
home or condo sale. Although your property may already look
great and represent a super offer to potential buyers, here are
a few tips that can help to bring out its best features.
1. Emphasize curb appeal as you work on your home's external
appearance. Trim the lawn and eliminate weeds. Dress up the
porch or front door with a fresh coat of paint and hanging
plants or a wreath. Set out a couple of cozy chairs, and pick up
all the kids' toys around the yard. Your front entrance will
welcome or repel guests, setting the tone for their overall
basic impression.
2. De-clutter the interior. Remove junk like stacks of
newspapers or magazines, pet toys, and stray blankets or mail.
Store unused furniture in the attic or basement. Your rooms
should look comfortable and lived in without feeling crowded.
Cover worn spots in furniture with doilies or slipcovers. Vacuum
draperies for a fresh feel. Have the beds made, and all clothes
put away or out of view. Leave plenty of walking space within
each room, and when possible, open drapes and blinds to let in
sunshine and provide an overall open feeling.
3. Clean your property thoroughly before an open house. Dust
furniture, scrub floors, polish wood, sweep steps, and do
whatever else it takes to show your house at its best. Trim dead
leaves from plants, replace burned-out light bulbs, and keep
counters clear of dishes or debris. Try to remove spots on the
carpet.
4. Make it smell nice. Open the windows and air out your home.
Burn potpourri or candles before potential buyers come to see
your house, which will help to reduce unpleasant cooking or pet
odors. Clean the bathrooms, and run the whole-house fan or air
conditioner to circulate air and enhance ventilation. Put ferns
in some rooms, as they help to absorb odors and add a natural
green touch.
5. Keep animals out of the way. Some homebuyers don't like the
idea of purchasing property from pet owners. They worry about
fleas, stains, shedding, and odors. Make sure none of this is
evident, if you have pets. In fact, keep your pet locked up,
crated, or out of view during an open house or when potential
buyers come through.
Many of us take our property for granted. But like anything
else, when it goes on the market, a house or condo needs to look
its best. Take a couple of hours to put your property in its
best light before buyers come calling.
About the author:
This article was written by Dion Smith of The Westside Group, a
top-notch California real estate agent. The Westside Group also
provides a wealth of free resources for any home buyer or
seller. Contact us today to receive your FREE HomeBuyer or
HomeSeller Handbooks. Reproductions of this article are
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